1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |